Reminder: Please Send Water, Not Juice
Dear Parents and Carers, A gentle reminder to please send your child in with a bottle of water each day. While juice can seem like a convenient choice, plain water is the healthiest option and is recommended by both NHS and EYFS nutrition guidance. If your child isn’t used to drinking water, here are a few helpful tips: • Gradually water down juice, reducing the amount each day until it’s just water. • Use a fun or colourful bottle to make drinking water more exciting. • Add a slice of fruit (like lemon, orange, or cucumber) for a natural flavour boost. • Be a role model – children are more likely to drink water if they see you doing it too. Thank you for your support in helping us create a healthy and happy environment for all children.
Sun Safety
☀️ Sunshine at School! ☀️ Dear Parents and Carers, As the warmer weather is finally here, we're so excited for the children to enjoy some sunshine during their time at school! To make sure everyone stays happy, comfortable, and safe while they play and learn in the lovely weather, we kindly ask for your support with a few things: Sun Hats: Please ensure your child brings a sun hat to school every day. This will help protect their head and face from the sun. Sun Cream: Please apply a long-lasting sun cream to your child before they come to school in the morning. If your child needs to reapply during the day, please provide a named bottle of sun cream that they can easily manage themselves (staff can offer guidance if needed, but are unable to apply it). Weather Appropriate Clothes: Please dress your child in light, comfortable clothing that is suitable for warmer temperatures. Layers can be a good idea in case the temperature changes throughout the day. Water Bottles: It's really important that the children stay hydrated, especially when it's warm. Please ensure your child brings a named water bottle to school every day so they can have access to water throughout the day. We have water fountains available for refills. We absolutely love seeing the children enjoy the sunshine and make the most of the warmer days. By working together to ensure they have these essentials, we can help them stay comfortable and safe while they do so! Thank you for your understanding and support in keeping our children happy and healthy.
Year 5 Tuesday Carousel: Badminton, Arithmetic, Reading and SPAG!
The Year 5 curriculum on Tuesday afternoons incorporates a carousel of enriching activities designed to develop a range of skills, including physical literacy through badminton, numeracy through arithmetic practice, literacy through focused reading activities, and linguistic competence through the explicit teaching of spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Fostering a Sense of Belonging
Creating a strong sense of belonging is essential for children's emotional wellbeing and academic success. This guide explores ten simple and effective strategies, such as encouraging participation, celebrating diversity, and addressing bullying, that help schools build inclusive environments where every child feels valued and connected. We’ve created this free guide offering parents and educators effective solutions to build inclusive, nurturing environments that help children and young people feel a strong sense of belonging.
Year 5 PSHE
In PSHE, Year 5 participated in a role-playing game designed to develop speaking, listening, and observation skills. In each round, one student took on the role of speaker (sharing their thoughts for a minute), another practiced active listening, and a third acted as an observer. The observer's task was to provide specific feedback on the listener's attentiveness. Following this, the children rotated roles, ensuring everyone had a chance to speak, listen, and observe. The session concluded with a class discussion centered on the question: "What did it feel like to be truly listened to?"
Safety on the Road
Staying safe on our roads isn’t just a skill — it’s a lifelong habit. It is crucial to learn key strategies for helping children navigate streets safely and confidently, from practising journeys together to teaching them how to choose the safest crossing points. We’ve collaborated with THINK! to offer real-world advice on issues like the dangers of parked vehicles, reversing cars and mobile phone distractions — it’s an invaluable tool for parents and educators who want to help young people travel independently without compromising their safety.
Year 5 Peer Mediation Training Session 2
This week marked the conclusion of our Year 5 Peer Mediator training, where students took part in interactive role-play activities to develop vital conflict resolution skills. Through teamwork, listening exercises, and practical scenarios, pupils gained confidence and empathy—key traits for supporting their peers in times of disagreement. A big well done to our newly trained Peer Mediators!
Year 5 Science: Dissecting, Examining and Comparing Flowers
Year 5 scientists are currently immersed in the world of life cycles, and this week's investigation centered on the remarkable journey of a plant's life. To bring this concept to life, we conducted a comparative study of two beautiful flowers: tulips and lilies. Students actively identified the crucial male and female components responsible for plant reproduction in each specimen. By closely examining and contrasting these parts, they developed valuable insights into the similarities and differences in the reproductive strategies of these two flowering plants.
Year 5 Design and Technology: Pop Up Book Designs
Year 5 students are diving into a creative Design and Technology project: crafting captivating pop-up books for Year 1! After exploring a range of existing pop-up books, they thoughtfully discussed the key elements that would make a truly engaging and delightful reading experience for younger children. With these insights in mind, the Year 5 designers then embarked on planning their own literary creations, carefully considering which parts of their stories could come to life through clever paper mechanisms.
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Year 5 Peer Mediation Training
Year 5 students enthusiastically embraced their peer mediation training this week. They actively participated in role-playing different conflict scenarios, practicing their listening and communication skills. Through engaging games and activities, the children learned valuable techniques for helping their peers resolve disagreements peacefully and fairly, fostering a more harmonious and understanding school environment.
Year 5 History - World War 2 Timelines
In their history lessons, Year 5 students have been diligently constructing timelines to map out the significant events leading up to World War II. This hands-on activity allowed them to visually understand the chronological order of key incidents and decisions. Through discussions and research, the children explored the complex web of causes and carefully considered the far-reaching consequences of each event, gaining a deeper understanding of this pivotal period in history.
Summer Clubs!
☀️ Spark Your Child's Summer with Exciting School Clubs! ☀️ Dear Parents, Get ready for an action-packed summer term! We're thrilled to offer a fantastic range of after-school clubs starting from the week commencing WC 28/04/2025 and running until the week commencing WC 30/06/2025. We have something to ignite every child's passion and help them explore new talents! Does your child love being active? Our KS2 Cricket and KS2 Netball clubs are perfect for developing teamwork and sportsmanship while having fun. For those who love to move to the beat, Just Dance Club offers a chance to learn some cool new dance moves! Perhaps your child has a creative flair? In Creative Writing, budding authors can craft their own adventure stories inspired by literacy. And for the musically inclined, Recorder Club provides a wonderful opportunity to learn a new instrument. We also have a Drawing/Art Club where children can build confidence in their artistic abilities. We're really hoping for lots of enthusiastic participants in all our clubs, so please take a look at the timetable attached and see what exciting opportunities await your child. Signing up is easy! Simply log in to ParentPay to secure your child's spot. Don't miss out on this chance for your child to learn new skills, make friends, and have a brilliant time after school. We can't wait to see lots of happy faces at our Summer 2025 Clubs, sign up now!
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